Being charged with a crime can be quite stressful and overwhelming. When faced with multiple charges stemming from a single incident, you might wonder, is this legal? In Nebraska, prosecutors have the discretion to file multiple charges against a defendant for their...
Criminal Defense
What are money laundering and embezzlement?
Financial crimes are often very complex and intricate matters. They all share financial gain as the common motive. Because of the nature of these crimes, they’re often associated with considerable evidence that can make these cases difficult as they move through the...
Why are eyewitnesses wrong so often?
For most of human history, eyewitness reports have been used when people are accused of crimes. But in the last few decades, DNA evidence has been developed. This DNA evidence has proven that witnesses are often wrong in their accounts of what took place, as many...
How much time do you have to return a rental car before it becomes theft?
There’s more to renting a car than just being an option for those who don’t own an automobile. Renting can sometimes be more cost-effective than purchasing a brand-new vehicle, especially if the driver only needs an automobile for an irregular trip. It’s also one way...
Is burning your own building considered arson?
Per Nebraska law, arson refers to the illegal act of setting fire (or causing an explosion that sets fire) to the property of another person. Regardless of the reasons for the fire, all arson offenses are felonies that can lead to steep fines and prison time on...
How can I lawfully purchase a firearm in Nebraska?
Nebraska has strict rules for selling, renting or transferring firearms. Within Omaha, law enforcement only deems a firearm purchase lawful if it complies with relevant laws and procedures. This means sellers and buyers must obtain the proper paperwork before...
Cable piracy is a costly crime
Streaming services may be incredibly popular nowadays, but some still watch cable TV. And although cable TV has remained relevant in this age of Netflix and Disney+, the industry still suffers from piracy. Cable piracy is illegal in Nebraska. But what counts as...
My spouse is accusing me of domestic abuse during our divorce
Nebraska is a no-fault divorce state. Therefore, when you want to file for a divorce, you and your spouse must only express that your marriage is beyond repair. A no-fault divorce does not always prevent a contested divorce. Issues such as child custody, child...
Can police search your vehicle without a warrant?
There’s been a lot of controversy around traffic stops by law enforcement for a number of reasons. In some cases, the reasons for the stops are murky, at best. In some cities across the country, law enforcement agencies have even prohibited stops for things like...
What happens if you jump bail in your criminal case?
Thousands of Americans find themselves on the wrong side of the law each year. While some cases are dropped by either the police or the courts, others end up in a trial. Depending on the nature of the crime, you may be released on bail while awaiting the determination...